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A searchable collection of printable information handouts, sorted by area of the body. Search by keyword or browse by category to find the guidance you need.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Total Knee Replacement

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons11

This handout provides an overview of total knee replacement surgery, explaining how it helps patients suffering from severe knee arthritis or injury regain mobility and relieve pain.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Arthritis of the Knee

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons10

This handout provides an overview of knee arthritis, explaining the different types, causes, symptoms, and the role of the knee anatomy in the progression of the condition.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Meniscus Tears

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons6

This handout explains the anatomy of the meniscus, how tears occur, common symptoms, and how doctors diagnose and treat these injuries.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Meniscal Repair and Rehabilitation Guidelines

UW Health Sports Medicine6

This document explains the function of the knee meniscus, the difference between acute and degenerative tears, and outlines the recovery expectations following meniscal repair surgery.

Shoulder and Arm

Understanding Rotator Cuff Tears

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons5

This handout explains the causes, symptoms, and types of rotator cuff tears, which are common injuries affecting the muscles and tendons in the shoulder.

Wrist and Hand

Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons5

This handout explains carpal tunnel syndrome, including its causes, symptoms, and potential treatment options for patients experiencing numbness or pain in their hands and wrists.

Knee and Leg

COOLIEF Cooled Radiofrequency for Osteoarthritis Knee Pain

Avanos Medical4

This brochure explains the COOLIEF Cooled Radiofrequency procedure, a minimally invasive, non-opioid option for managing chronic osteoarthritis knee pain.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Meniscus Tears

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons4

This handout explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for meniscal tears, which are common knee injuries affecting the shock-absorbing cartilage in the joint.

Knee and Leg

Total Knee Arthroplasty Patient Information and Consent

Queensland Health3

This document is a patient information and surgical consent form for a total knee arthroplasty (knee replacement). It outlines the procedure, potential risks, and pre-operative considerations for patients undergoing the surgery.

Spine

Understanding Radiofrequency Neurotomy for Pain Relief

Mayo Clinic3

This handout explains radiofrequency neurotomy, a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat to temporarily block pain signals from specific nerves in the back, neck, and joints.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Knee Arthroscopy: A Patient Guide

OrthoInfo3

This handout provides a comprehensive overview of knee arthroscopy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat various knee joint conditions. It covers pre-operative preparation, the surgical process, anesthesia options, and general recovery expectations.

Pelvis, Hip and Thigh

Understanding Meralgia Paresthetica (Burning Thigh Pain)

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons2

This handout explains meralgia paresthetica, a condition caused by compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve that leads to burning pain and numbness on the outer thigh. It covers common causes, diagnostic tests, and various conservative to surgical treatment options.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Meniscal Cysts

Washington Ortho and Sports Med2

This handout explains what a meniscal cyst is, why it occurs following a knee meniscus tear, and the available treatment options including both non-surgical and surgical approaches.

Pelvis, Hip and Thigh

Understanding Total Hip Replacement

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons2

This document explains the anatomy of the hip, common causes of chronic hip pain such as arthritis, and what patients can expect before and after total hip replacement surgery.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Total Knee Replacement Surgery

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons2

This document explains the basics of total knee replacement surgery, including the causes of knee pain, the anatomy of the joint, and the general steps involved in the surgical procedure.

Knee and Leg

Understanding MPFL Reconstruction for Knee Stability

Arthrex2

This document explains the Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) reconstruction surgery, a procedure used to restore stability to the kneecap after recurrent dislocations. It details the anatomical approach used to ensure proper tension and function of the knee joint.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Microfracture Surgery and Rehabilitation for Knee Cartilage

UW Health2

This guide explains the microfracture procedure for treating articular cartilage lesions in the knee and outlines the importance of post-operative rehabilitation for a successful recovery. It details how the surgery works and provides expectations for the healing process.

Knee and Leg

Understanding Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis (LET) for ACL Reconstruction

The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Incorporated2

This document explains the Lemaire lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET), a surgical procedure performed alongside ACL reconstruction to improve knee stability and reduce the risk of graft failure in active individuals. It outlines the surgical technique, the purpose of the procedure, and how it helps restore proper knee rotation.

Pelvis, Hip and Thigh

Understanding Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)

OrthoInfo2

This document explains Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI), a condition where abnormal bone growth in the hip joint causes friction, pain, and potential cartilage damage. It details the types of FAI, common symptoms, and when to seek medical evaluation.

Pelvis, Hip and Thigh

COOLIEF Cooled Radiofrequency Treatment for Chronic Hip Pain

Avanos Medical2

This brochure explains the COOLIEF Cooled Radiofrequency treatment, a minimally invasive procedure designed to provide long-term relief for chronic hip pain by targeting specific nerves.

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